Arena Labs Awarded Phase 1 SBIR Contract with U.S. Air Force
NASHVILLE, TN — May 3, 2023 — Arena Labs is excited to announce our selection for a Phase 1 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract with the U.S. Air Force. This prestigious award marks the first time Arena Strivewill collaborate with military medical teams, and validates the demand for technology solutions that prevent burnout, manage stress, and improve regeneration in both the public and private sectors of healthcare.
The SBIR program was designed for government agencies to stimulate innovation and address their research and development needs. This contract, awarded by AFWERX, deploys a data-driven solution to empower Air Force medical teams to optimize their health. This funding represents a significant milestone in our mission to transform the health of frontline healthcare workers with Arena Strive.
“We are honored to equip uniformed medical teams with the same cutting-edge tools as their civilian counterparts ,” said Brian Ferguson, CEO at Arena Labs. “Arena Labs was founded to impact the ‘service archetypes’ of society, and there is no greater calling than in service to our nation. We are thrilled to deploy Strive in the defense sector and create meaningful impact in the health and wellness of Air Force medical teams.”
Arena Labs looks forward to leveraging this opportunity to demonstrate efficacy on military installations and promote adoption throughout the Department of Defense.